Cook County Clerk launches election tool to monitor real-time activity
The platform allows the clerk, which oversees elections, to track turnout, mail-in ballot activity, and aggregated data across the suburbs, promoting voter confidence.
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Southland voters seek economic development ahead of 2nd Congressional district race
After a forum featuring candidates in the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional district, Southland voters reflected on the objectives they seek from their ideal candidate.
PHOTOS: In Dixmoor, a Cook County commissioner’s home languishes
While the 5th district's Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions that reduce her bill on a Dixmoor home, it's become an eyesore without proper upkeep.
Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions on abandoned Dixmoor property
Although she claims homeowner and senior exemptions, McCaskill does not reside in the home, which is a vagrant. The Cook County Assessor’s Office has referred the matter to its erroneous exemption department for investigation.
People over politics: How Kiana Belcher is fighting the Southland political machine
Dolton trustee Kiana Belcher’s most striking qualities are her bluntness and humility. She’s tapping into both to upend politics that prioritize hubris over public service.
Cook County Assessor Candidate Questionnaire: Fritz Kaegi
Elected in 2018, incumbent Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is seeking a third term in the March 17 primary.
Cook County Assessor Candidate Questionnaire: Pat Hynes
A volunteer firefighter and Lyons Township Assessor, Pat Hynes is a Democratic candidate in the March 17 primary for Cook County Assessor.
County commissioner committed ghost payroll at Harvey library, trustee alleges
Harvey library trustee Chapelle Hooks reported paid library consultant and Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill (5th) to county and state lawyers alleging McCaskill paid a library administrator who had already been terminated.
‘Not a mock election’ : Cook County launches early voting sites at suburban high schools
Suburban youth cast more ballots at early voting sites at high schools in a single day than in the first week of ballots cast at six traditional early voting sites.
Free judicial voter guides available across Southland ahead of 2026 primary
The HWH is distributing 3,000 print guides across civic centers, libraries, and businesses in the south suburbs. Here’s where to find a copy.
Southland voters seek economic development ahead of 2nd Congressional district race
After a forum featuring candidates in the race for Illinois’ 2nd Congressional district, Southland voters reflected on the objectives they seek from their ideal candidate.
PHOTOS: In Dixmoor, a Cook County commissioner’s home languishes
While the 5th district's Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions that reduce her bill on a Dixmoor home, it's become an eyesore without proper upkeep.
Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill claims tax exemptions on abandoned Dixmoor property
Although she claims homeowner and senior exemptions, McCaskill does not reside in the home, which is a vagrant. The Cook County Assessor’s Office has referred the matter to its erroneous exemption department for investigation.
People over politics: How Kiana Belcher is fighting the Southland political machine
Dolton trustee Kiana Belcher’s most striking qualities are her bluntness and humility. She’s tapping into both to upend politics that prioritize hubris over public service.
Cook County Assessor Candidate Questionnaire: Fritz Kaegi
Elected in 2018, incumbent Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi is seeking a third term in the March 17 primary.
Cook County Assessor Candidate Questionnaire: Pat Hynes
A volunteer firefighter and Lyons Township Assessor, Pat Hynes is a Democratic candidate in the March 17 primary for Cook County Assessor.
County commissioner committed ghost payroll at Harvey library, trustee alleges
Harvey library trustee Chapelle Hooks reported paid library consultant and Cook County Commissioner Kisha McCaskill (5th) to county and state lawyers alleging McCaskill paid a library administrator who had already been terminated.
‘Not a mock election’ : Cook County launches early voting sites at suburban high schools
Suburban youth cast more ballots at early voting sites at high schools in a single day than in the first week of ballots cast at six traditional early voting sites.
Free judicial voter guides available across Southland ahead of 2026 primary
The HWH is distributing 3,000 print guides across civic centers, libraries, and businesses in the south suburbs. Here’s where to find a copy.
